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Leeds United fans react on Twitter to £149 centenary kit

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Leeds United fans are not happy with the price of the club’s centenary kit.

A general view of Elland Road as play continues in the second half during the Sky Bet Championship match between Leeds United and Queens Park Rangers at Elland Road on December 8, 2018 in...

Leeds United’s centenary celebrations hit a sour note when the price of the club’s celebratory shirt caused outrage.

Whites fans were upset at the price of £149 for the specially made kit, which also came with a book commemorating 100 years of the club’s history.

Only 1,919 shirts were made, making it a collector’s item.

The problem was a number of fans felt priced out. Leeds will no doubt sell out, such is the size of the fanbase, but it left some supporters accusing the club of cashing in.

The discussion over the kit was the only misstep for Leeds on a day of celebration for the club on Thursday.

Leeds have a home game this weekend to tie in with the anniversary, hosting Birmingham City.

It is a match the Whites will be favoured to win, but a home defeat to the Blues last season means Marcelo Bielsa’s side cannot take anything for granted.

Leeds United manager Marcelo Bielsa